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Q&A: Robots may lack sensation, but new sensor technologies could change that

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A research team led in part by Huanyu “Larry” Cheng, James L. Henderson Jr. Memorial Associate Professor of Engineering Science and Mechanics at Penn State, is developing a highly sensitive electronic “skin” for robots and prosthetic limbs using pressure sensors—tiny, paperclip-sized devices capable of measuring force across a surface. Cheng is a corresponding author of […]

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Robotic legs skate, climb stairs, and balance on one wheel in a demo

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The Robotics and AI Institute (RAI) has released a new video of its Roadrunner robot. Despite having no torso, the two-legged machine impresses by rolling, stomping, climbing stairs, and even performing tricks on just one leg. Founded in 2022 with a US$400-million investment from Hyundai Motor Group, the Robotics and AI Institute (RAI) is led

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Scientists Create Super Vision Lenses That Work With Eyes Closed

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Scientists have created infrared contact lenses that reportedly enable people to see in the dark — and even more surprisingly, while their eyes are closed. The University of Science and Technology of China team created wearable lenses with flexible polymers and nanoparticles that enable night vision without goggles. The findings were published on May 22

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The wristband allows users to control a robotic hand using their own movements

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Next time you’re scrolling on your phone, pause to appreciate what’s happening: that simple motion relies on the precise coordination of 34 muscles, 27 joints, and more than 100 tendons and ligaments in your hand. Our hands are, in fact, the most dexterous parts of the body, and replicating their subtle, complex movements has long

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A new study reveals that even babies as young as one year old are capable of lying

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Even before they can walk or speak clearly, children begin to show a surprising ability to deceive. This finding challenges the long-held belief that lying requires advanced language skills. The study, published on March 5 in Cognitive Development, examined children from over 750 families worldwide. It found that around 25% of babies show an understanding

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A five-tier system rates humanoid robots by mobility, manipulation, and cognition

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A research team from Fraunhofer HNFIZ has introduced a new evaluation model that ranks humanoid robots across five levels of technical capability. It also categorizes applications by the abilities they require, enabling easier comparison between humanoids, helping match the right robot to each use case, and identifying gaps in current technology development. Amid a growing

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Researchers speed up the testing of mind-reading technology

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For many years, the idea of controlling machines with the mind was confined to science fiction. Now, it is starting to become a reality. Researchers and governments are investing heavily in technology that enables a direct connection between the human brain and electronic systems. Recent clinical trials show rapid progress, and experts suggest that real-world

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A wind-driven robot may allow extended exploration in harsh environments

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Scientists at Cranfield University have developed WANDER-bot, an affordable, 3D-printed robot that runs on wind power. WANDER-bot, designed for harsh, windy environments—from deserts to polar or extraterrestrial terrains—runs without a battery, enabling longer uninterrupted operation. Movement typically consumes about 20% of a robot’s battery, so harnessing natural energy makes WANDER-bot an efficient option for extended

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Tiny “Electronic Dolphin” Robot Poised to Revolutionize Oil Spill Cleanup

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RMIT University engineers in Australia created a remote-controlled minibot that cleans oil spills with a sea urchin-inspired filter. Oil spills are a global threat, damaging ecosystems, endangering wildlife, and costing billions to clean up. To address the global issue, the team built the “Electronic Dolphin” minibot to safely and precisely remove oil from water. The

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Watch: Humanoid robot shows unexpectedly strong tennis skills

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This isn’t teleoperation. Chinese researchers have tested a faster, more efficient method for training robots in tennis, showing a major leap in AI and machine learning. What does it take to be a capable athlete? Extremely precise perception, coupled with strong coordination, sharp anticipation, quick reflexes, and mastery of sport-specific techniques. That last part has

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